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Monday, June 11, 2012

Loupe

Loupe is a new site by the creators of Shape Collage, that is fantastic for making collages. These collages can be made from pics from any site (ie, Flickr, FB, Pinterest, etc), or computer and can be turned into collages of a variety of shapes. These shapes can be from online templates on Loupe or even from a logo. Loupe has a wonderful user friendly interface and all photos are linked back to their original source. Collages can also be made from videos.

Best of all Loupe has an educational portal which is ideal for students. These collages can be made to private so only those w/ a unique URL can view the collage. Also, these collages can be embedded into a site.

Here is a list of ways Loupe is being used in the classroom (straight from their site):

As a poster for print for the back of the class

Eg. Field trip memories

Eg. Ski camp

Eg. Each class has their own collage

As a support for student's statement

As attractive presentation for work on the web or social networks

Eg. Photos in the collage on Loupe link to site where photo lives can be used as a resource for students

Assignments

Creative: Eg. Project is about the Island where the elementary school is. Children were asked to search for photos about the island and arrange the photos into a shape of the island. Island Project

Reporting/Journalistic: Eg. To create a presentation document or as a title page for report

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David Kapuler

I have been working w/ technology and education for over 14 years in a school setting. I'm looking for work in a K-12 environment as a Technology Integration/Support Specialist in WI/IL. Contact email - dkapuler@gmail.com
I'm currently looking to get my Mac OS/Repair Certification, as well as a Masters in Technology Integration.
Also, I have a solid background in web design, w/ network/server support.
On a personal note, I';m a proud father of 3 boys and 1 girl, and have been married for 10 years.